1994 BMW 735 vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 1994 BMW 735 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 735 (208 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 735 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 735 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 BMW 735. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW 735 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 735 | 1975 Citroen CX | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 735 | CX |
Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3100 mm |